Penn State's James Franklin has taken a lot of heat recently, but a new-look staff around him should help take some of the pressure off in 2016.
Christian Hackenberg has struggled in his recent two seasons at Penn State, and leaving early was the best move for his career.
The departures of numerous coaches and players at Penn State are concerning, but also promote a bit of optimism moving forward into 2016.
Now would be the perfect time for Christian Hackenberg to go ham out on the football field.
Michigan State is one game away from making the Big 10 championship game.
This game doesn't have as much meaning as other Big 10 showdowns, but it is still a must-watch.
James Franklin's clock management problems against Northwestern are naturally bringing a lot of criticism, but demands for his dismissal are ridiculous.
The Nittany Lions and Illini are about as evenly matched up front as two teams can be, and that battle could ultimately decide the weekend's matchup.
It's a lackluster weekend for the conference, but Penn State and Illinois present many intriguing playmakers in the Big Ten's top matchup.